As of June 21, 2026, the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage is underway across 12 groups (A–L) with four teams each. Mexico, the USA, and Germany currently top their groups with maximum points (6 from 2 matches), while several groups have only played one round so far. Below you’ll find the complete, group-by-group points table, recent results, and upcoming fixtures — updated to reflect the latest standings.
Note: World Cup standings change every few hours during the group stage. Treat the table below as a snapshot from June 21, 2026, and check an official live-score source for real-time updates before kickoff of any specific match.
Why the FIFA World Cup 2026 Points Table Matters
This is the first World Cup with 48 teams instead of 32, split into 12 groups of four. That single change reshapes how the points table works compared to past tournaments — fewer matches per team in the group stage (3 each, same as before), but more groups, more permutations for qualification, and a more complex path to the knockout rounds, since the top two from each group plus the eight best third-placed teams advance to a 32-team knockout bracket.
For fans in Bangladesh following matches late at night or early morning (most kickoffs fall between midnight and early morning Bangladesh Standard Time because the tournament is hosted across the USA, Mexico, and Canada), a clear, regularly updated points table is the fastest way to know who’s through, who’s on the bubble, and which matches actually matter for your favorite team.
How World Cup Group Points Work
Before the table, a fast recap of the scoring system used in every FIFA World Cup group stage:
- Win = 3 points
- Draw = 1 point each
- Loss = 0 points
- Teams are ranked by total points first, then by goal difference, then by goals scored, then by head-to-head result if needed.
Each team plays 3 group matches. After all three rounds, the top 2 teams in each group advance automatically to the Round of 32. The 8 best third-placed teams across all 12 groups also qualify, making the qualification math a bit trickier this year than in a standard 32-team format.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Points Table — Group by Group (Updated June, 2026)
Group A
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2 | Korea Republic | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 3 | Czechia | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 4 | South Africa | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Group B
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2 | Switzerland | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 4 | Qatar | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Group C
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2 | Morocco | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | Scotland | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 4 | Haiti | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Group D
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USA | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 4 | Turkiye | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Group E
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2 | Ivory Coast | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 3 | Ecuador | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 4 | Curacao | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Note: Ecuador vs Curacao kicked off June 21 and was still in progress at the time of writing.
Group F
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2 | Sweden | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 3 | Japan | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Tunisia | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Note: Tunisia vs Japan is scheduled for June 21, 10:00 AM (Bangladesh time).
Group G
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Zealand | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | IR Iran | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Belgium | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Egypt | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
All four teams have played one match (a draw each) so far; matchday 2 is still ahead.
Group H
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uruguay | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | Saudi Arabia | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Spain | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Cape Verde | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Spain vs Saudi Arabia is scheduled for June 21, 10:00 PM (Bangladesh time).
Group I
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norway | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 | France | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | Senegal | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 4 | Iraq | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Group J
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 | Austria | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | Jordan | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 4 | Algeria | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Group K
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombia | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 | Congo DR | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Portugal | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Group L
| Pos | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 | Ghana | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | Panama | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 4 | Croatia | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Recent Results (Bangladesh Time)
These are the most recent completed group-stage matches, listed with local Bangladesh kickoff times:
- Czechia 1–1 South Africa (Jun 18, 10:00 PM)
- Switzerland 4–1 Bosnia and Herzegovina (Jun 19, 1:00 AM)
- Canada 6–0 Qatar (Jun 19, 4:00 AM)
- Mexico 1–0 Korea Republic (Jun 19, 7:00 AM)
- USA 2–0 Australia (Jun 20, 1:00 AM)
- Scotland 0–1 Morocco (Jun 20, 4:00 AM)
- Brazil 3–0 Haiti (Jun 20, 6:30 AM)
- Turkiye 0–1 Paraguay (Jun 20, 9:00 AM)
- Netherlands 5–1 Sweden (Jun 20, 11:00 PM)
- Germany 2–1 Ivory Coast (Jun 21, 2:00 AM)
Upcoming Fixtures to Watch (Bangladesh Time)
- Tunisia vs Japan — Jun 21, 10:00 AM
- Spain vs Saudi Arabia — Jun 21, 10:00 PM
- Belgium vs IR Iran — Jun 22, 1:00 AM
- Uruguay vs Cape Verde — Jun 22, 4:00 AM
- New Zealand vs Egypt — Jun 22, 7:00 AM
- Argentina vs Austria — Jun 22, 11:00 PM
- France vs Iraq — Jun 23, 3:00 AM
- Norway vs Senegal — Jun 23, 6:00 AM
- Jordan vs Algeria — Jun 23, 9:00 AM
- Portugal vs Uzbekistan — Jun 23, 11:00 PM
How to Read the Points Table
- Check points first. The team with more points sits higher, regardless of how many matches each side has played at that moment — some groups are on matchday 1, others on matchday 2.
- Look at goal difference next. If two teams are level on points, the one with the better goal difference (goals scored minus goals conceded) ranks higher.
- Compare goals scored. If goal difference is also level, total goals scored breaks the tie.
- Check head-to-head results. In rare remaining ties, the result of the direct match between the two teams decides the higher seed.
- Track the “best third-placed teams” column separately. Even a third-place finish can lead to the knockout rounds if a team’s points, goal difference, and goals scored rank among the top 8 third-placed teams across all 12 groups.
Key Points Bangladeshi Fans Should Know
- The 2026 World Cup is the first edition with 48 teams and 12 groups, replacing the familiar 32-team, 8-group format.
- Three teams currently lead with a perfect 6 points from 2 matches: Mexico, USA, and Germany.
- Several groups (G and H) are still on matchday 1, with all four teams level on 1 point after opening draws — these tables will shift fast once matchday 2 begins.
- Most matches kick off between late night and early morning Bangladesh time, since host cities span US, Mexican, and Canadian time zones.
- The top 2 from each group advance directly; the 8 best third-placed teams fill the remaining knockout spots, so even a third-place finish doesn’t eliminate a team automatically.
Common Mistakes Fans Make When Reading the Points Table
- Assuming all groups are at the same stage. Because of the staggered match schedule, some groups have completed two rounds while others have only played one — comparing raw points across groups without checking matches-played can be misleading.
- Ignoring goal difference. Two teams can have identical points but very different qualification chances once goal difference is factored in.
- Forgetting about third-placed teams. A team sitting third in its group isn’t necessarily out — the best 8 third-place finishers across 12 groups still advance.
- Relying on outdated screenshots or social media posts. Given how quickly the table changes during a 48-team tournament, always check a timestamp before trusting a shared points table.
People Also Ask
Q: How many teams are in the FIFA World Cup 2026? A: 48 teams, split into 12 groups of four — the largest field in World Cup history.
Q: How many teams qualify from each group? A: The top 2 teams from each of the 12 groups qualify automatically, plus the 8 best third-placed teams overall, for a total of 32 teams in the knockout stage.
Q: Who is topping the FIFA World Cup 2026 points table right now? A: As of June 21, 2026, Mexico (Group A), USA (Group D), and Germany (Group E) are the only teams with a perfect 6 points from 2 matches.
Q: What happens if teams are level on points? A: Ranking moves to goal difference, then goals scored, then head-to-head result between the tied teams.
Q: When do group matches finish? A: Each team plays exactly 3 group matches; the group stage wraps up before the Round of 32 begins.
Q: Where can I watch live FIFA World Cup 2026 matches today in Bangladesh? A: Check your local broadcaster’s official schedule, since rights holders and kickoff times (typically late night to early morning Bangladesh Standard Time) vary by host venue.
FAQ
What is the FIFA World Cup 2026 points table? It’s the ranking of all 48 teams within their respective 12 groups, based on points earned from wins, draws, and losses during the group stage.
How many points does a win give in the World Cup? A win is worth 3 points, a draw is worth 1 point for each team, and a loss earns 0 points.
How many matches does each team play in the group stage? Three matches each, against the other three teams in their group.
Does a draw help or hurt a team’s World Cup chances? A draw is better than a loss but worse than a win — it adds 1 point and usually doesn’t move goal difference much, so it’s a “safe but limited” result, especially in tight groups.
Can a third-place team qualify for the knockout stage? Yes. The 8 best third-placed teams across all 12 groups advance alongside the top two finishers from every group.
Is this the first 48-team World Cup? Yes, the 2026 edition in the USA, Mexico, and Canada is the first World Cup expanded to 48 teams and 12 groups.
How often does the points table update? After every completed match — so during busy match days, the table can change several times within a few hours.
Why do some groups show fewer matches played than others? Because fixtures are staggered across many stadiums and time zones, not every group plays its matches on the same calendar day.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 features 48 teams across 12 groups (A–L), each playing 3 group matches under the standard 3-points-for-a-win system. As of June 21, 2026, Mexico, USA, and Germany lead their groups with 6 points each from 2 wins; Groups G and H are still on matchday 1, with all teams tied at 1 point. The top 2 teams per group plus the 8 best third-placed teams (32 teams total) advance to the knockout rounds. Standings are ranked by points, then goal difference, then goals scored, then head-to-head result.
If this points table was useful, save this page and check back — it reflects standings updated as of June 21, 2026, and will keep shifting as matchdays continue.
Reference / Source List:
- FIFA official website (fifa.com)
- Official match data and live standings feeds
- Host country official tournament broadcasters
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